2002 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla

To start off, 2002 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Buick Rendezvous (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 559 kg more than 1997 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Buick Rendezvous (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (131 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2002 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Buick Rendezvous 1997 Toyota Corolla
Make Buick Toyota
Model Rendezvous Corolla
Year Released 2002 1997
Body Type Crossover Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3350 cc 1988 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 240 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 131 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 91.5 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83.8 mm 85 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 23.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1839 kg 1280 kg
Vehicle Length 4750 mm 4330 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2740 mm 2470 mm


 

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